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As you may know, the SEMA (Specialty Equipment Market Association) Show just wrapped up in Las Vegas. And, one automaker who was in attendance, and we at Mark Toyota were looking greatly forward to seeing, was none other than Japanese powerhouse, Toyota.

So, what was our preferred brand showing at SEMA?

Well, it actually unveiled a brand-new, very limited edition version of its iconic FJ Cruiser known as the FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Ultimate Edition - quite the name, wouldn't you say?

Well, it's even more of a vehicle. Specifically, the 2014 FJ Cruiser Trail Teams Ultimate Edition is…

We at Mark Toyota can't believe its already been 10 years since Toyota built a manufacturing plant in San Antonio, TX.

Toyota specifically dedicated this plant to produce the extremely popular Tundra and Tacoma trucks. It also has been thriving throughout the years and recently celebrated a wonderful milestone with one million Trucks officially coming off the assembly line in Texas.

Right after that took place, Toyota Texas hit another outstanding accomplishment. It was…

"100 Cars for Good" is an awesome program run by Toyota; now through November 19th, they are giving away 100 cars over the next 50 days to deserving charity organizations. And, you get to assist them! By voting online, you can help an organization, possibly in your own neighborhood or community, win a brand new Toyota Sienna, Sienna Mobility, Tundra, Prius or Highlander. These powerful vehicles get the job done and can help an organization with the delivery of food, animals, disaster relief and much more. Vote and make a difference.

Over the next 50 days, new sets of wheels…

For those who enjoy the convenience, comfort, style, and dependability, the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser is one model that will appeal to you. Refreshed for the upcoming model year, the full-size SUV is one of the many models we're looking forward to at Mark Toyota. It's also a big hit in its home nation of Japan, and drivers there are set to get a new sporty option.

It's called the Modellista Edition, and Toyota designed it with the help of their in-house tuning team. They fitted the model with an aerodynamic kit that comes in four pieces…

A year ago, the Toyota Venza had many updates made, especially to its overall design. For 2014, very little changes were needed, be that as it may, we're set to see a few additions to the new Toyota crossover, ones that will surely please drivers in Plover, WI.

Trim levels drivers can chose from will remain the same with the LE, XLE, and Limited trims, accessible in either front or all-wheel drive variants. There's likewise four and 6-cylinder engine choices that have an extensive range of power beginning at 181-hp in the 2.7-liter model, and 268-hp in…

In the event that there's one thing we know at Mark Toyota, it's that Toyota has been looking to carry a game changing sports car to complement their lineup of versatile and dependable vehicles at our dealership. We also realize that the automaker is an industry leader when it comes to hybrid vehicles. Right away, it gives the idea that they may be consolidating the best of both worlds with another concept model, and we'll know beyond any doubt come September.

The Hybrid-R Concept will be displayed at the upcoming Frankfurt Auto Show, and there is a…

A new vehicle should be everything you expect, and more. To ensure that's the case, AutoPacific has put together a list to recognize individual models in the 'Ideal Vehicle Awards.' Here at Mark Toyota, we're happy to say the Toyota brand was recognized, and there's one model in our showroom that stood out among its competition.

Based on criteria like power, technology, safety, fuel economy, style, and comfort, Toyota placed three vehicles on the list, one that carries the flagship nameplate, and two others from the automaker's luxury arm, Lexus.

Making the grade in the Hybrid…

When two of the industry's most popular automakers team up you're likely to see some great concept cars. Keeping in mind, within the concept cars could potentially be new ideas and/or technologies that actually make it to production. After the announcement of Toyota partnering with German automaker, BMW, the staff at Mark Toyota became very interested.

Considering the joint platform architecture, could we see a new type of sports cars? Since the…

There are many wonderful things in life. Being behind the wheel of a new Toyota, and living in a pineapple under the sea are among them. What if you could combine them? Wouldn't that be great? Well, Toyota has, with the SpongeBob 2014 Toyota Highlander.

That's right, the popular SUV has been decked out with a SpongeBob SquarePants theme both inside and out. It's part of Toyota's partnership with Nickelodeon, which…

If there is one car customers ask us at Mark Motors about, it's the Toyota Supra. The iconic sports car played a huge role in the Japanese automakers lineup - sitting atop of the Celica and MR2 - it's almost a mystery why it vanished from Toyota showrooms in the U.S. in 1998 and finally departing Japan's dealerships in 2002. We're not sure if the famous car will ever make it back to the production line, but it appears the incoming chairman for Toyota would like it to hit the streets again.